Some automotive applications of infrared thermography for quality improvements

Gilbert B. Chapman II

doi:10.1117/12.271632

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4 April 1997 Some automotive applications of infrared thermography for quality improvements

Gilbert B. Chapman II

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Proceedings Volume 3056, Thermosense XIX: An International Conference on Thermal Sensing and Imaging Diagnostic Applications; (1997) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.271632
Event: AeroSense '97, 1997, Orlando, FL, United States

Abstract

This presentation provides an overview summarizing several applications of infrared thermal imaging and the non-imaged instrumental detection of infrared radiation to in-process quality control in manufacturing. Past and potential applications of this technology to a range of process quality issues also are discussed, with concomitant requirements and constraints. The requirements and constraints imposed by the high-volume, low-margin, mass- production environment and economics of the automotive industry are outlined herein to encourage technological developments that meet those needs.

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Gilbert B. Chapman II "Some automotive applications of infrared thermography for quality improvements", Proc. SPIE 3056, Thermosense XIX: An International Conference on Thermal Sensing and Imaging Diagnostic Applications, (4 April 1997); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.271632

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